Reminder - Due to the present public health concerns and Governor Walz's many Executive Orders regarding physical distancing, our in-person Wednesday morning weekly meetings are moved to Zoom until further notice. Ed.
Member Submissions - See the end of The Spoke.
Next Meeting March 31, 2021 - President Chris Carr called the next weekly meeting by Zoom video for March 31, 2021 at 7:30 a.m. Ed.
Please see Chris Carr's upcoming email with the dial in / login instructions and links. Ed.
New Pictures - Send to michaelcglover@comcast.net . Ed.
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IMPORTANT UPDATE to Upcoming Events Below
Important - Check with meeting leaders to confirm date, time and location information for all events below.
Important - Check with meeting leaders to confirm date, time and location information for all events below.
Happy Bucks and Polio Pitcher Donations
Please send your Happy Buck and Polio Pitcher donations to Mac H. as follows:
Mac Hardin
Minnetonka Rotary Club
12926 Rutledge Circle
Minnetonka, MN 55305
Rotary International Foundation
Please send your end of year donations to Chris Rosenlund as follows:
Chris Rosenlund
8672 Meadowvale Drive
Eden Prairie, MN 55347
Meeting Minutes - Jerald Stiele
Chris Carr opened the meeting at 7:30 am
Guests
Frank Caslavka, President, Landscape Structures.
Mark Hendrickson, Head of Operations, Landscape Structures.
Tarrah Palm, Executive Director of Resource West
Dan Narr, Executive Director of ICA Food Shelf
Invocation
Two Invocations - Ron U.
Pledge
Ann W.
4-Way Test
Jerald S.
Rotary Minute
Cathy C. - video, shown by Lenny N. (Despite your editor's best efforts, I could not imbed the video file.)
Announcements
Tarrah Palm and Dan Narr: Tarrah Palm and Dan Narr joined the club to express a special thank you for the club’s commitment to Empty Bowls. Special call out to Dale Feste for his continued leadership of this event, the members for their generosity and the foundation for trusting and investing in our two organizations. Need for services continue to rise during, especially during this time, and the commitment by the Minnetonka Rotary Club and the community is invaluable.
Lenny N. -Polio Plus - we have currently raised $4,189.50 towards our $3,000 goal. With the 3 to 1 match the total will be $12,568.50 SO FAR..
Jerald S. - Polar Plunge – Seven people are currently registered. To date we have raised $3128 not including Bill Sorteberg’s, Hopkins Auto Body or Restwell Matress’ matching dollars! Still time to participate!
Char M. – Is heading up the Beds for Kids program with Hopkins Rotary. They have delivered five beds so far – all of whom have been recommended by the Hopkins police. They plan to deliver two more and need help with delivery. If you are available, contact Char.
Patti S. - Next Roaring through Winter Event - Cooking Class with Chef Ali, April 22, 2021 | 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Join us via zoom – cook along with everyone or just watch.
We’ll be making crepes with Strawberries and Nutella!
Register and sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/roaring-through-winter-with-minnetonka-rotary-cooking-class-w-chef-ali-tickets-135951385253
Happy Bucks
Glen J. – Both Barb and Glen have received their vaccination shots! They heading out on a road trip this Saturday to see family. Saturday to a road trip to DC to see family!
Ann W – Started her car last week and air pressure were low. Figuring it was just the change in air temperature, she ignored it. On Thursday, tire was flat. She pulled into a gas station and happened to see a Commercial Tire Services Truck and mentioning that she is good friends of Bill, the driver happily helped her. Later, she followed up at Dale Feste Automotive who put on four new tires.
Jerald S. – 16 years ago hired a scrawny young kid who is now his business partner and Hopkins Rotarian. He is also in charge of the Beds for Kids project.
Pete G. – son works at Twin Cities Orthopedic and just had his work review. Pete is extremely proud and he watches his son move up the ladder – his son is now 2nd in command under the CEO.
Frank B. – 59 years young and in good health. His apartment complex will be administering the vaccine shortly and is excited to be in line. Frank will be visiting his mother for Mother’s Day. Frank is also thankful for the people who have worked hard over the past year to develop the vaccine.
Mike G. – Mike has been attending the president elect training series (virtually) over the past 2.5 weeks with Nate and Alexa. Training has been wonderful!
Chris C. – Thank you Nate for running last week’s meeting. Wonderful getaway in Cabo. Confirmation yesterday that they will be moving back to old office. Lastly, while in Cabo it was St. Paddy’s day – got temporary tattoos and girls gave tattoos to everyone. Good times!
Program
Marks Forsberg introduced speakers, Frank Caslavka, President and Mark Hendrickson, Head of Operations of Landscape Structures.
Landscape Structures has locations in both Minnesota and Texas and employees 500+ employees.
Company mission – to enhance children’s lives by fostering and creating inspiring play experiences while honoring the environment
2004: 30% employee owned
2008: 49.9 employee owned
2012: 100% employee owned
Only privately owned competitor. The rest are all private equity.
2020 was a tough year but very fortunate. 99% on time delivery. This last year, supply chain was a challenge, but they focused on quality and timeliness over cost.
Next Meeting
March 31, 2021 at 7:30 a.m. by Zoom.
Adjournment
Meeting adjourned at 8:30.
Member Submissions
1. From Alexa R. - Eden Prairie Noon Rotary Speaker - Dr. Michael Osterholm - April 15
Hi all! Registration is now open for the joint meeting of the Eden Prairie Noon and AM clubs April 15 at noon. We’re excited to welcome Dr. Michael Osterholm as our special speaker. As you may know, Dr. Osterholm leads the Institute of Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota and was a member of President Biden’s COVID-19 Transition Advisory Committee.
2. From Patti S. and Ron U. - Fundraising - Entertainment Package
Tickets: All links can be found right on the club’s website: https://portal.clubrunner.ca/3776. You just have to scroll down a bit and hit the “read more” button. All the link are then displayed.
Stevie Ray’s Improv Comedy Show All done. 5 stars!
February 11, 2021 | 7-8 pm
A whole hour of interactive family fun and laughter.
Spend an hour with Certified Meditation and Mindfulness teacher, Betsy Weiner as she guides you to bring more peacefulness, calm, and relaxation to your life.
All levels welcome and no prior experience necessary.
